I have a subscription with the University of Washington’s Impact Survey tool. Will I still have access to the survey instrument online?

I have patron response data with the University of Washington’s Impact Survey Tool. How do I access it?

Data will be accessible via the Impact Survey site to any library with a pre-existing account. PLA does not have access to that data. Please be sure to download your data if you have any questions about results and are requesting help from PLA.

How much does the survey cost?

How do I administer the survey online?

We recommend you use a survey tool that has skip logic function, such as SurveyMonkey. If you determine you do not need to use skip logic, you can also consider using other free tools, like Google Forms.

How long does it take to complete the survey?

Can any library patron take Impact Survey?

Impact Survey is open to all library patrons age 14 and older. When administering a survey, all respondents should enter in their year of birth at is start. If the year entered indicates the respondent is under the age of 14 they should be directed to the survey conclusion page.

How frequently should I run the Impact Survey?

How can I help PLA rebuild a new tool for this survey?

We will be spending 2019 gathering feedback from public and state library staff to determine the best path forward to make the survey instrument available within a tool. If you would like to be part of this discussion, please email Emily Plagman at eplagman@ala.org.